Gauntlet Gallery — Kai & Sunny Print Index
Black Rose
Summary
Black Rose (2011) is a large single-colour Kai & Sunny screen print on 100% cotton Somerset Tub Sized Satin, framed in oak stained black at 120 x 170 cm, unframed at 102.5 x 152.4 cm, in an edition of three. A dark floral study, it renders the rose entirely through the duo's dense flowing contour line.
Why It Matters
Sharing the large single-colour format of the Flower suite, Black Rose carries a moodier, more emblematic subject. The edition of three and exhibition scale keep it among Kai & Sunny's rarest botanical works, and the rose motif gives it broad thematic appeal.
Collector Perspective
Three impressions at over 1.5 metres make this a scarcity-led acquisition. The single-colour surface leaves no room for hidden flaws, so condition and the integral oak-stained frame are decisive. Its universally recognisable rose subject can broaden its appeal beyond dedicated Kai & Sunny collectors.
Historical Context
Black Rose sits within Kai & Sunny's 2011 large-format single-colour botanical output on Somerset Satin, alongside the Flower trio — a body of work in which the duo scaled their line-based aesthetic into monumental floral forms.
FAQ
What is the edition size?
Three impressions.
How large is the print?
102.5 x 152.4 cm unframed, 120 x 170 cm framed in oak stained black.
How many colours are used?
One, on 100% cotton Somerset Tub Sized Satin.
Is it related to the Flower prints?
Yes — it shares the same large single-colour format from the 2011 botanical suite.
About the Artist
Kai & Sunny are a London-based artistic duo, Kai Clements and Sunny Todd, who met at art college and have collaborated since the late 1990s. They are known for intricate, hand-drawn line work exploring nature, patterns, and the forces of the natural world, often rendered as flowing, wind-swept compositions. Beyond fine-art prints and installations, they have built a notable design career, including celebrated collaborations with author Ben Okri and cover artwork for Penguin's editions of J.G. Ballard. Their editions are published in tightly controlled runs and have been exhibited internationally.
Collecting Kai & Sunny at Gauntlet Gallery
What Kai & Sunny works should I collect?
Their signed, numbered silkscreen editions, often featuring metallic inks, blind embossing, and hand-finished detail, are the heart of the market. Foil and layered prints in small runs are especially collectible. Gauntlet Gallery selects pieces in pristine condition with crisp embossing and complete signing.
How is authenticity handled?
Kai & Sunny editions are offered with documented studio provenance and the duo's signature and numbering. We photograph the specific piece you will receive, including signature, edition number, and any embossing, so every detail is verifiable before you buy.
What drives value?
Small edition sizes, special finishes (foil, embossing, hand-work), condition, and provenance from a documented release drive value. Sold-out, low-numbered, and specially finished editions command the strongest premiums.